RonD1120

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  1. You've confused humor and shadenfreud. Shadenfreud might be considered an element of humor, possibly even a large one in modern times, but is by no means the definitive element of humor. You must mean Schadenfreude. I tend to believe of the three classical theories of humor superiority, relief and incongruity have at their basis one thing in common. Namely, somebody stepped on their dick or shit in their mess kit. I guess the new movie, The Three Stooges wasn't very funny for you. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  2. Thank you. Your opinion now provides me with some direction to my thinking. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  3. Not butt hurt about it at all. The problem is that he is taking credit for information that was gotten from the prior president using methods that he has publicly denounced over and over again. Now in the process of "spiking the football" over the whole deal, he has hung the guy that helped him out to dry. http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Peace/2012/05/23/Shakil-Afridi-Osama-Bin-Laden It's not that he took credit for making the call, I will give him that, but to try to make it sound like he did it all himself and is creating an enviroment where nobody in their right mind would help us out again, well, ...... Those same technics that Pelosin and the Dems all knew about WHEN it was happening And then she lies and said I was not told I am glad Obama got him It had to be a gut wrenching call the send them in But now I see his admin turned on the Dr that gave them the info showing them where BL was hiding (the link you provided) 33 years in a prison for that guy Dont trust this admin They got the busses lined up for when they need them Leon Panetta had to make an end run around BHO to get the mission hot. Admiral McRaven was set up as the fall guy if it all went south. In the released photo of the powers that be when the SOF was at the OBL compound, BHO looks like the least mature member of the streaming video audience. Yeah, leadership at work, right. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  4. Humor is based on someone else's misfortune. That is not politically correct. There is just a few of us redneck holdouts. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  5. My mom gave me the nickname and the spelling. I was named after Ronald Reagan. And no, gladiator movies are no big deal. Why do you ask? Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  6. Oh, and BTW, my heroes have always been cowboys. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  7. If you must assume the parental role in addressing my comments at least spell my high school nickname correct. It is Ronnie. How come no comments on the Notre Dame post? Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  8. Most excellent! Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  9. "Hubris (hu·bris), also hybris, means extreme haughtiness, pride or arrogance. Hubris often indicates a loss of contact with reality and an overestimation of one's own competence or capabilities, especially when the person exhibiting it is in a position of power. George W. Bush speech after the capture of Saddam Hussein: The success of yesterday's mission is a tribute to our men and women now serving in Iraq. The operation was based on the superb work of intelligence analysts who found the Dictator’s footprints in a vast country. The operation was carried out with skill and precision by a brave fighting force. Our servicemen and women and our coalition allies have faced many dangers in the hunt for members of the fallen regime, and in their effort to bring hope and freedom to the Iraqi people. Their work continues, and so do the risks. Today, on behalf of the nation, I thank the members of our Armed Forces and I congratulate them. Barack Obama speech after the death of Osama bin Laden, Sunday, May 1, 2011: And so shortly after taking office, I directed Leon Panetta, the director of the CIA, to make the killing or capture of bin Laden the top priority of our war against al Qaeda, even as I continued our broader efforts to disrupt, dismantle, and defeat his network. Then, last August, after years of painstaking work by my intelligence community, I was briefed on a possible lead to bin Laden. It was far from certain, and it took many months to run this thread to ground. I met repeatedly with my national security team as we developed more information about the possibility that we had located bin Laden hiding within a compound deep inside of Pakistan . And finally, last week, I determined that I had enough intelligence to take action, and authorized an operation to get Osama bin Laden and bring him to justice. Today, at my direction, the United States launched a targeted operation against that compound in Abbottabad , Pakistan." Now I understand the difference. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  10. May 21, 2012 A Message from Father John Jenkins, C.S.C., President, University of Notre Dame Today the University of Notre Dame filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana regarding a recent mandate from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). That mandate requires Notre Dame and similar religious organizations to provide in their insurance plans abortion-inducing drugs, contraceptives and sterilization procedures, which are contrary to Catholic teaching. The decision to file this lawsuit came after much deliberation, discussion and efforts to find a solution acceptable to the various parties. Let me say very clearly what this lawsuit is not about: it is not about preventing women from having access to contraception, nor even about preventing the Government from providing such services. Many of our faculty, staff and students -- both Catholic and non-Catholic -- have made conscientious decisions to use contraceptives. As we assert the right to follow our conscience, we respect their right to follow theirs. And we believe that, if the Government wishes to provide such services, means are available that do not compel religious organizations to serve as its agents. We do not seek to impose our religious beliefs on others; we simply ask that the Government not impose its values on the University when those values conflict with our religious teachings. We have engaged in conversations to find a resolution that respects the consciences of all and we will continue to do so. This filing is about the freedom of a religious organization to live its mission, and its significance goes well beyond any debate about contraceptives. For if we concede that the Government can decide which religious organizations are sufficiently religious to be awarded the freedom to follow the principles that define their mission, then we have begun to walk down a path that ultimately leads to the undermining of those institutions. For if one Presidential Administration can override our religious purpose and use religious organizations to advance policies that undercut our values, then surely another Administration will do the same for another very different set of policies, each time invoking some concept of popular will or the public good, with the result these religious organizations become mere tools for the exercise of government power, morally subservient to the state, and not free from its infringements. If that happens, it will be the end of genuinely religious organizations in all but name. The details of the process that led to the mandate are publicly known. In an Interim Final Ruling issued August 3, 2011, the federal government required employers to provide the objectionable services. A narrow exemption was given to religious institutions that serve and employ primarily members of their own faith, but, departing from a long tradition in federal law, organizations like Notre Dame—schools, universities, hospitals and charitable organizations that serve and employ people of all faiths and none—were granted no exemption, but instead were made subject to the law to the same extent as any secular organization. On September 28, I submitted a formal comment encouraging the Administration to follow precedent and adopt a broader exemption. Despite some positive indications, the Administration announced on January 20, 2012, that its interim rule would be adopted as final without change. After an outcry from across the political spectrum, President Obama announced on February 10 that his Administration would attempt to accommodate the concerns of religious organizations. We were encouraged by this announcement and have engaged in conversations with Administration officials to find an acceptable resolution. Although I do not question the good intentions and sincerity of all involved in these discussions, progress has not been encouraging and an announcement seeking comments on how to structure any accommodation (HHS Advanced Notification of Proposed Rule Making on preventative services policy, March 16, 2012) provides little in the way of a specific, substantive proposal or a definite timeline for resolution. Moreover, the process laid out in this announcement will last months, making it impossible for us to plan for and implement any changes to our health plans by the government-mandated deadlines. We will continue in earnest our discussions with Administration officials in an effort to find a resolution, but, after much deliberation, we have concluded that we have no option but to appeal to the courts regarding the fundamental issue of religious freedom. It is for these reasons that we have filed this lawsuit neither lightly nor gladly, but with sober determination. The lawsuit is available online at http://opac.nd.edu/public-information/hhs-complaint Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  11. So full of hatred, is that how Christians are supposed to behave? It is the American sense of humor. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  12. Recommendation, switch to pork rinds. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  13. Isn't Detroit one of those Liberal Democrat/Socialist/Muslim enclaves where political correctness and welfare determine the value structure? Coreece, Coreece, paging Mr. Coreece. Please report to the Speakers Corner. Your analysis is requested. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  14. Yes, but you better not ever, not ever let a client, colleague or supervisor catch you. Especially, do not let them catch you intoxicated. If he can drink beer without abusing it (or any other substances), then he can be a substance abuse counselor, assuming he has the proper training. But if he's going to be dishonest with his clients, colleagues, and supervisors, then I certainly wouldn't want to be counseled by him for anything. On second reading, a substance use disorder counselor is subject to random urinanalysis. Evidence of any other substance will, in most cases, get you fired. Marijuana can be detected up to 4 to 6 weeks after use. So if he has an occasional beer when he's not at work, it shouldn't be a problem. But maybe you're coming from the perspective that all substance abuse counselors are recovered addicts (in which case they shouldn't be drinking alcohol at all)? Which, of course, is not always true. What I am saying is, the use of alcohol is legal but for a counselor such use can and frequently is held against him/her. If a counselor is in recovery he/she cannot/should not use any mood altering substances period. Being in recovery means abstinence from alcohol/drugs. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  15. Yes, but you better not ever, not ever let a client, colleague or supervisor catch you. Especially, do not let them catch you intoxicated. If he can drink beer without abusing it (or any other substances), then he can be a substance abuse counselor, assuming he has the proper training. But if he's going to be dishonest with his clients, colleagues, and supervisors, then I certainly wouldn't want to be counseled by him for anything. On second reading, a substance use disorder counselor is subject to random urinanalysis. Evidence of any other substance will, in most cases, get you fired. Marijuana can be detected up to 4 to 6 weeks after use. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  16. The cold war has ended. That was the only chance we had for nuclear holocaust. It was slim then despite the duck and cover, bomb shelter commercials. Capitalism did not allow then nor will allow now the wide spread use of nuclear weapons. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  17. Yes, but you better not ever, not ever let a client, colleague or supervisor catch you. Especially, do not let them catch you intoxicated. If he can drink beer without abusing it (or any other substances), then he can be a substance abuse counselor, assuming he has the proper training. But if he's going to be dishonest with his clients, colleagues, and supervisors, then I certainly wouldn't want to be counseled by him for anything. Within the profession, such activities fall into the category of power and control issues with heavy political overtones. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  18. No, the fundamental problem is that we can't destroy the planet. Therefore, we can't save it. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  19. I don't believe we can save the planet. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  20. Yes, but you better not ever, not ever let a client, colleague or supervisor catch you. Especially, do not let them catch you intoxicated. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  21. I do not litter. I separate my garbage from plastics, cans and paper. I drive a V-8 pickup truck and ride a motorcycle. I do not participate in aviation activities any longer. I do not believe any of these activities makes one iota of difference in the long term. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  22. Trust funds generally emanate from successful businessmen. They know which side their bread is buttered on. Democrats love a good salesman with false promises. They want someone to give them their bread and butter. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  23. Very clever! Are you following the path of Al Lubel and Michael Lebron? Edit to correct typo. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  24. I voted NO but, since both groups all replete with phonies I suppose my vote should be YES. Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them.
  25. Apparently, your post was referring to those folks outside of the Speakers Corner.